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Why You Should Learn a Second Language

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Why You Should Learn a Second Language

It's more than a school subject

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Good afternoon. How many languages do you speak? Today, I'd like to convince you that learning a second language is one of the best things you can do for yourself.

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  1. 01Why You Should Learn a Second Language

    Good afternoon. How many languages do you speak? Today, I'd like to convince you that learning a second language is one of the best things you can do for yourself.

    こんにちは。皆さんは、いくつの言語を話しますか?今日は、第二言語を学ぶことが、自分のためにできる最高のことの一つだと、皆さんに納得してもらいたいと思います。

  2. 02More People to Talk To

    The first reason is simple: you can talk to more people. When you learn a new language, you can make friends from other countries and understand them in their own words.

    一つ目の理由は単純です。もっと多くの人と話せるようになります。新しい言語を学べば、ほかの国の友達ができて、その人たちの言葉で相手を理解できます。

  3. 03Better Job Chances

    Second, a second language can open doors in your career. Many companies work with people around the world, so language skills can help you stand out.

    二つ目に、第二言語は仕事の可能性を広げてくれます。多くの会社が世界中の人と仕事をしているので、語学力があると目立つことができます。

  4. 04Exercise for Your Brain

    Third, learning a language is great exercise for your brain. Switching between two languages makes you think in flexible ways. Some studies even suggest it may help keep the brain healthy as we get older.

    三つ目に、言語を学ぶことは、脳にとって素晴らしい運動になります。二つの言語を切り替えることで、柔軟に考えられるようになります。年を取っても脳を健康に保つ助けになるかもしれない、という研究さえあります。

    Source: Bialystok, Craik & Freedman, "Bilingualism as a protection against the onset of symptoms of dementia", Neuropsychologia (2007)

  5. 05"But It's Too Hard!"

    Of course, many people say, "I don't have time," or "I'm too old." But even ten minutes a day can make a difference, and you can start at any age. Mistakes are not a problem; they are part of learning.

    もちろん、多くの人が「時間がない」とか「もう年だから」と言います。でも、1日10分でも違いは生まれますし、何歳からでも始められます。間違いは問題ではありません。学ぶことの一部なのです。

  6. 06How to Start

    So how can you start? First, choose one language. Next, set a small goal for every day. Then, start speaking early, even if it's difficult. Finally, find a partner or a group to practice with.

    では、どうやって始めればいいでしょうか?まず、言語を一つ選びます。次に、毎日の小さな目標を決めます。それから、難しくても早いうちから話し始めます。最後に、一緒に練習する相手やグループを見つけます。

  7. 07Conclusion

    To wrap up, a second language gives you new friends, new chances, and new ways of thinking. It's never too late to start. Why not begin today? Thank you.

    まとめると、第二言語は、新しい友達、新しいチャンス、そして新しい考え方を与えてくれます。始めるのに遅すぎることはありません。今日から始めてみませんか?ありがとうございました。

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